Below Average
#3051 of 3,778 schools in FL
Legacy Elementary School
Elementary School · MARION
8496 JUNIPER RD, Ocala, FL 34480
Enrollment
691
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
691
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,051 of 3,778
In Ocala
#26 of 39
public schools
In district
#36 of 58
MARION
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About Legacy Elementary School
Legacy Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ocala, FL, part of MARION. Legacy Elementary School serves approximately 691 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Legacy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,051 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Legacy Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Legacy Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Legacy Elementary School — Students at Legacy Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 25 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.
How Legacy Elementary School Compares
See how Legacy Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8496 JUNIPER RD, Ocala, FL 34480
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Legacy Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARION CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BELLEVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY / LFCS (rated 7.4/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Belleview), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MAPLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ocala, see our Ocala schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BELLEVIEW-SANTOS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belleview | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| LIFESPAN ACADEMY LLC Belleview | 1.7 mi | — |
| BELLEVIEW HIGH SCHOOL Belleview | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| BELLEVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Belleview | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| FOREST HIGH SCHOOL Ocala | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| BELLEVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY / LFCS Belleview | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| BELLEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belleview | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| MARION CHARTER SCHOOL Ocala | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| REDEEMER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ocala | 3.7 mi | 7.5 |
| GREENWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 4.0 mi | 4.7 |
| SILVER RIVER MENTORING AND INSTRUCTION Ocala | 4.5 mi | 3.3 |
| SHADY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 4.1 mi | 4.8 |
| OCALI CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocala | 4.6 mi | 7.6 |
| MAPLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 4.7 mi | 6.4 |
| EMERALD SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 4.4 mi | 4.0 |
| OCALA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ocala | 5.1 mi | 7.6 |
| HILLCREST Ocala | 5.2 mi | 5.6 |
| SOUTH OCALA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala | 5.1 mi | 4.7 |
| ST PAULS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ocala | 5.5 mi | — |
| THE CORNERSTONE SCHOOL Ocala | 5.5 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34480 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,334
Median Home Value
$248,400
Median Rent
$1,238/mo
Population
23,749
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
77.9%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 4.7 |
| BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL | 4.7 |
| CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Cocoa, FL | 4.7 |
| COCONUT CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coconut Creek, FL | 4.7 |
| DODGERTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach, FL | 4.7 |
| DRIFTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollywood, FL | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Legacy Elementary School
What grades does Legacy Elementary School serve?
Legacy Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Legacy Elementary School?
Legacy Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 691 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Legacy Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Legacy Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Legacy Elementary School rank in FL?
Legacy Elementary School ranks #3,051 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Legacy Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Legacy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Legacy Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Legacy Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
Is Legacy Elementary School a charter school?
No, Legacy Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Legacy Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Legacy Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Legacy Elementary School?
69.9% of students at Legacy Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 691
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Marion County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.2%
- Phone
- (352) 671-0800
Resources & Links
District
MARION- District Enrollment
- 45,547
- Schools in District
- 64
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,180
- District Rank
- #36 of 58
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